$A$ particle is moving in a circular path. Which of the following statements is true?

  • A
    Angular momentum is conserved, but linear momentum is not conserved.
  • B
    Angular momentum is not conserved.
  • C
    Linear momentum is conserved.
  • D
    Neither is conserved.

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